MHG62439 - Enclosure/probable sheep pen - Achadh Mor (Allt an Achaid Mhoir), Loch Garve
Summary
Enclosure/probable sheep pen at Achadh Mor
Type and Period (2)
- ENCLOSURE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- SHEEP FOLD? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Between May and August 2012, a survey was undertaken by the North of Scotland Archaeological Society (NoSAS) to identify, survey, and record the archaeological remains at Achadh Mor, Loch Garve.
Site 43; Enclosure. A circular enclosure of c15m internal diameter. It is surrounded by a roughly constructed drystone wall, 0.6m height x 1m spread. Building 16 (see MHG62438) is attached to the northwest part. This was probably a sheep pen. <1>
Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 21/12/21)
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 4230 6004 (17m by 17m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH46SW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | CONTIN |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/103154 (Link to HES Canmore record)
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